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June 5, 2019

Budget’s regional and tourism measures welcomed

THE Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) has welcomed the 2019-20 Victorian budget, noting its continued infrastructure investment and steps to lower business...

June 5, 2019

A market for the senses in Aireys

AIREYS Inlet’s annual “Foodie” market is locked in for this Sunday June 9, with homemade treats and locally grown produce on offer to sample...

June 5, 2019

Geelong group feeds the city’s most vulnerable

THE number of people doing it tough in Geelong has seen a local food aid initiative serve up to 160 meals a day, says...

June 5, 2019

Port community rallies behind kebab business

MORE than 1,000 people have signed a petition to help save Portz Kebab Arama Coffee House after the local business was informed its landholder...

June 5, 2019

New bus route for Armstrong Creek residents

MEMBER for South Barwon Darren Cheesemanv has announced a new bus service from Warralily Shopping Centre to Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre which will see...

June 5, 2019

Indigenous surfing titles winners crowned at Bells

THE AUSTRALIAN Indigenous Surfing Titles wrapped up on Sunday June 2, with two budding surfers from the New South Wales coast riding the iconic...

May 30, 2019

Painting homes for over 80 years

“PROUDLY painting Geelong since 1938” is the mantra at Hope’s Painting, also known as Hope’s City to Surf Painting. Based in Torquay and servicing the...

May 30, 2019

Researchers call for change in young men’s attitudes towards women

An alarming number of young Australian men blame women for being raped and having their nude images shared without their permission, a new research...

May 30, 2019

Roaming Ranch helps change lives

Growing up riding horses on a farm out the back of Warrnambool has seen Beck Gurrie build an unlikely career for herself in Freshwater...

May 29, 2019

Art of wine showcased at second A Pinot Affair

The second instalment of A Pinot Affair was a great success at the weekend, drawing a sold-out crowd to the Fyansford Paper Mills. Launching on...

May 29, 2019

A tale of hope and UNCONDITIONAL love

A new theatre experience titled Robot Song is coming to the Geelong Performing Arts Centre in June as part of GPAC’s Creative Learning Program. Based...

May 29, 2019

PUNK ICON RETURNS TO GEELONG

Many recognise Ella Hooper as the punk-rock poster girl from muchloved Aussie band Killing Heidi. Performing live shows since the tender age of 13, there’s...

May 29, 2019

Back to the studio and back to Queenscliff

Clare Bowditch can recall many nights falling asleep to the sounds of Queenscliff Music Festival at her aunty Gail’s house as a child. A nostalgic...

May 29, 2019

Remembering THE KING OF POP

TJ Cappola will reignite the music of Michael Jackson at the Geelong Performing Arts Centre on Saturday June 15. In a series of performances across...

May 29, 2019

Chess club looking for more players to get on board

THE Ocean Grove Chess Club is an excellent way for people of any skill level to play the ancient game. Founded in October 2007 by...

May 29, 2019

A new era beckons at Geelong Lawn

IT’S the spiritual home of tennis in Geelong, with a history dating back to 1882, now looking forward to a great future under new...

May 29, 2019

Local sculptor and tourism boss meet the Queen

OCEAN Grove sculptor Will Wilson and director of Australia’s Great Southern Touring Route Roger Grant received a very special visitor to their stand at...

May 29, 2019

Bellbrae PS Parents and Friends Association welcomes budget allocation

THE state budget has set aside $9.1 million towards upgrading the facilities at Bellbrae Primary School, an outcome that has been advocated for by...

May 29, 2019

Coker takes Corangamite, Henderson eyes Senate

THE fight for Corangamite is over, with incumbent Liberal MP Sarah Henderson conceding victory to Labor challenger Libby Coker last week. However, Ms Henderson’s absence...

May 29, 2019

On their bikes: Metricon raises more than $100,000 for young cancer sufferers

EARLY last Saturday morning 12 very keen Metricon employees embarked on a four-day Victorian bike ride, battling the elements to cover more than 450...

May 23, 2019

Seven key things to consider when choosing a quality retirement village

With so many retirement-living options, it can be a challenge to decide on the best place to spend your golden years. So, with the...

May 23, 2019

Travel Australia and abroad with home pick-up with O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours

Seniors are currently experiencing the very best of luxury coach travel all over Australia and it begins when a smiling professional chauffeur greets them...

May 23, 2019

Lead an active, pain-free and healthy life with Kieser

Strengthening your body can help promote an active, pain-free and healthy life. At Kieser, their programs are designed to help clients build strength, regardless of...

May 23, 2019

Cruise the bay with half price ferry adventures

Port Phillip Ferries don’t stop for winter, and why should you. They love to see people take an adventure to the big smoke, and this...